Account Executive - University Development Counselor - Online Military Division - Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is hiring an Account Executive to oversee the Lincoln, Nebraska, and surrounding territory in a community-based opportunity serving military-connected prospective students. The role promotes Grand Canyon University’s online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, builds awareness and partnerships, and generates student inquiries. Employees must live within 50 miles of the assigned territory. New-hire training takes place in person at the Phoenix, Arizona, campus.

The Account Executive plans and executes territory activities, delivers informational presentations, and communicates with prospective students, families, and partners in person, by phone, and by email. The counselor guides prospective students through the admissions process and supports them from application through completion of their first few classes, helping them pursue a successful online learning experience. This independent, travel-intensive role has ambitious targets and may require evening or weekend availability.

Starting salary is $75,000 per year, with stated earning potential of six-figure income after five years of successful service as an Account Executive/University Development Counselor. Grand Canyon Education offers tuition benefits for employees and their eligible family members, along with professional development and other benefits.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Must not be delinquent on or in default of a federal student loan, as verified in a credit report. Applicants in a rehabilitation program must have a credit report showing current, non-delinquent payments.
• Outstanding time-management and prioritization skills, including while traveling.
• Clear communication skills in person, in writing, and by phone, along with well-developed listening skills.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and a drive to succeed.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to demonstrate empathy when coaching students from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, clean driving record, and ability to use a personal vehicle.
• Flexible schedule; some events may require evening or weekend availability.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must reside within 50 miles of the assigned territory.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant industry experience in enrollment, recruiting, or counseling.
• Experience working with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement event and activity plans for the assigned territory.
• Build awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact territory partnerships and deliver informational presentations, calls, and emails, adjusting approaches to maximize value.
• Counsel prospective students, their families, and partners throughout the journey to enrollment.
• Promote Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
• Support prospective students through the admissions process, from application through completion of their first few classes.
• Manage territory work independently, including extensive travel and competing priorities.

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the master’s degree program level.
• 75% tuition coverage at the doctorate degree program level.
• Tuition benefits for employees’ spouses, children, and dependents.
• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Outstanding benefits and work perks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level